Do you become frustrated with yourself because you are not getting the grades you want? Looking for help? Learn the strategies, tips and behaviors of successful students. Don’t waste your valuable time studying the wrong way. Learn proven “techniques” to get the most our of your efforts by registering for:
GUID A150 (3 cr)
“Creating Success in College”
This course fulfills three credits of electives needed for graduation. [AAS degree students can use this class as a general elective or as three credits of Social Science] This is UAA’s college success course! It is designed to promote self-confidence, self knowledge, and help develop habits common to all successful students. You will find this class lively and engaging, with many opportunities to express your opinions and point of view. To help you decide if is this is a good course for you, I have created a survey to guide you.
I would like to enlarge my circle of friends who attend UAA.
I would like to develop a close connection with a UAA faculty member/advisor.
I would like to improve my ability to take good notes and read text books without falling asleep.
I prefer smaller classes with opportunity for student discussion.
I may be interested in working as a peer mentor, orientation leader or resident assistant in the future.
I would like to become more familiar with UAA campus activities and resources
I would benefit from learning test taking strategies and how to prepare for college level mid-terms and final exams.
I would like to learn and understand more about myself and use this knowledge to improve my study habits and select a career.
It would be nice to feel like I fit in at UAA and know what’s going on.
Results: 5 or more checkmarks? - you will benefit from this class!